Celaleddin Çelik

Celaleddin Çelik is a Professor at the Faculty of Theology, Philosophy and Religious Sciences at Erciyes University, specializing in the Sociology of Religion. With a career spanning over two decades, he has held various academic and administrative roles, including Senate Member (2021–present) and Head of Department (2012–2015).

• Education: PhD (2001) and MA (1995) in Sociology of Religion from Erciyes University; BA (1987) in Theology from Selçuk University.
• Research Interests: Focus on Sociology of Religion, Urban Studies, Social Stratification, Secularization, and Gender Dynamics within Islamic contexts.

His recent work explores epistemological foundations of Muslim feminist theology, urban memory, and religious transformations in Turkey. Articles like "Değişimin Sosyolojisinde Şehir ve Fıkıh İlişkisi" highlight intersections of Islamic jurisprudence with modern urban challenges. He has supervised 37 theses and contributed to 107 publications, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches.

Scientific Awards: None explicitly mentioned. Projects: Led studies on urban culture (2018–2019) and post-Islamist feminism (2022–2025). Books: Authored 29 works, including "Göç, Kentleşme ve Din" and "Sistem Teorisi ve Din", addressing sociocultural and religious dynamics.